The Family Co's BRIC program has ongoingly supported families who have experienced domestic violence to reduce the impacts of trauma and build resilience, since 2011. The effectiveness of this program is attributed to a unique blend of therapeutic group programs, individual sessions and parent child sessions to create opportunity for family’s healing post trauma. 

Through this program we worked with safe caregivers and their children to rebuild a secure attachment between them, understand how children are impacted by domestic violence and why they may see symptoms continuing even when the family is physically safe. BRIC assisted parents to learn the skills to create an emotionally safe environment and to understand that children heal within secure and caring relationships.

The BRIC program draws from attachment theory, neurobiology research and trauma informed practice to inform the early intervention, child focused approach, and was externally evaluated by the University of Wollongong (UOW) producing transformative results, demonstrating the efficacy of the support provided, and the resulting long-term benefits.

The survey highlighted significant positive shifts in parenting self-efficacy scores, maintained even at the six-month mark post-BRIC intervention. Equally promising were the statistically significant improvements in children's behaviour, persisting over time.

Beyond the quantitative measures, the qualitative feedback from program participants was overwhelming positive. Women felt safe, heard, and accepted throughout the program, forming meaningful connections with others facing similar challenges. Their sense of isolation stemming from experiences of domestic violence diminished, emphasising the importance of community support.

Notably, 100% of participants strongly agreed that they better understood their children's emotional needs, acquired skills for effective communication on emotional regulation, and gained confidence in their parenting abilities. The resounding recommendation from program participants spoke volumes about the program's effectiveness in rebuilding lives impacted by domestic violence.

From 2025, and using the foundations and experience gained from over a decade of incredible BRIC program delivery, this program will be launching under a new banner. BRIC will evolve into The Family Co's 'Therapeutic Domestic and Family Violence Services' providing high-quality, wraparound therapeutic support for women and children impacted by trauma, disadvantage, and domestic violence.  

More on this program here:  'Therapeutic Domestic and Family Violence Services'

Personal experiences from the BRIC program:

“They are all so understanding and took the time to listen to our concerns and struggles and always asked about me. I found it a positive empowering experience. Made me feel more confident in myself as a parent.”

“I feel I understand a lot more about reasons behind my child’s behaviours, I liked how it was broken down to easily understand.”

“I loved doing this program. I wish I could do more. From doing the program I understand my sons’ needs better, and that the kids will be upset when they come back from seeing their Dad, but I understand why and let them have their space. After that we have really good days together.”

Our BRIC Program has been generously supported by the Big Sister Foundation and private funders, who have donated substantial funds to support the running of this program. We thank Big Sister and our other doners for their ongoing support of us and their contribution to our service.

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